Alphalan 50mg Injection - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alphalan 50mg injection used for?
Alphalan 50mg Injection contains Melphalan, a chemotherapy drug used to treat multiple myeloma and ovarian cancer. It works by interfering with DNA replication in cancer cells, slowing or stopping their growth. It is administered intravenously under medical supervision.
- Generic Name: Melphalan (50mg)
- Manufacturer: Natco Pharma Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alphalan 50mg injection Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Melphalan (50mg) |
| Brand Name | alphalan 50mg injection |
| Manufacturer | Natco Pharma Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Alkylating agent |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take alphalan 50mg injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alphalan 50mg injection
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Hair loss
- Low blood platelets
- Diarrhea
- Decreased white blood cell count
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Cyclosporine | Major | Increased nephrotoxicity |
| Live Vaccines | Major | Risk of disseminated infection |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased risk of renal toxicity |
| Anticoagulants | Moderate | Enhanced anticoagulant effect |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
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๐ Substitutes for alphalan 50mg injection
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.